In support of scientific study and performance enhancement, SUGOI
has designed and engineered a complete range of Race + Recovery products,
featuring PISTON Compression Technology and Zone Construction.

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A ladies high quality long sleeve compression base layer made
from Sugoi's Piston fabric (140) and Power Mesh.

A truly high tech graduated compression shirt that is extremely well made
garment that is low weight, breathable and provides strong and durable
compression.

PROVEN PERFORMANCE

The benefits of graduated compression have been
thoroughly studied and quantified; the key to a successful graduated compression
collection is how you then interpret that data. "The SUGOI Race + Recovery
collection with PISTON technology provides athletes with the proper graduated
support using Zone Construction, which increases circulation and reduces the
chance of injury." – Dr. Michael Hunt, Ph.D. (
Dr. Michael Hunt, Ph.D. has specialized in compression technology for over 10
years with DuPont Lycra� Dow XLA�)

KEY BENEFITS OF Zone Construction COMPRESSION

Engineered graduated
compression through Zone Construction creates specific compression rings
that provide lateral forces against the body, with the greatest force at the
extremities that gradually decrease as you move closer to the heart. Zone
Construction allows SUGOI to deliver balanced graduated compression at the
recommended 0.6 lbf/inch at 50% garment elongation. For example, if the calf
section of a relaxed garment measures 10 inches in circumference; then, when it
is stretched around the calf during wear it will measure 15 inches to achieve
50% elongation. At 50% elongation the fabric compression is measured at 0.6
lbf/inch.

Working in conjunction with the body’s skeletal muscle pump, contraction and
relaxation of calf muscles forcing blood to be pumped back towards the heart,
Zone Construction compression rings enhance blood flow and increase circulation
of oxygenated blood within the body.

1. Improved Circulation

Race + Recovery garments help pump blood back to the heart, allowing for more
efficient distribution of oxygen. Improved circulation results in the removal of
by-products of muscle exertion such as carbon dioxide and lactic acid, which
commonly cause cramps and discomfort.

2. Reduced Fatigue and
Enhanced Muscle Stability

Targeted muscle groups are isolated and fully encapsulated, resulting in
muscle vibration reduction. The muscle group is stabilized by the garments,
resulting in less immediate fatigue and reduced chance of micro-tears in muscles
and long-term injuries.

3. Improved Accuracy and Efficiency
of Movement

SUGOI Race + Recovery garments improve accuracy and efficiency of movement
(proprioception) through enhanced biofeedback. This can lead to improved
performance across a range of sports, including a more efficient:

Based on studies conducted by DuPont when developing Lycra� Power
compression garments, appropriate compression is achieved at 0.6 lbf/inch at 50%
fabric elongation.

Powerful stretch and recovery

Balanced Compression

Both fabric directions nearly equivalent

APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF COMPRESSION FOR ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES

At SUGOI, we believe that any garment claiming graduated compression
attributes should provide compression forces ranging between 5-15 mm Hg.

Mm Hg is the abbreviated version of millimeters of mercury, a standard unit
of pressure. A pressure transducer is utilized to measure the mm Hg levels of
compression force applied to the body by compression fabric.

Between 1991 and 2001, DuPont Lycra� conducted a series studies on the
physiological benefits of compression apparel and graduated compression hosiery.
These studies led to an industry recommended level of compression for healthy,
active individuals ranging between 5-15 mm Hg. Visit SUGOI.COM for reference
studies and supporting data.

As an industry leading expert in design and engineering of athletic apparel,
SUGOI supports the scientific studies conducted on the physiological benefits of
compression and endorses industry experts who recommend levels of compression
ranging between 5-15mm Hg.

June 15, 2007 – AWI and Sugoi, a leading athletic apparel manufacturer, have
teamed up to introduce the new Wallaroo line of Merino active wear and retailers
across North America are clamoring to order the revolutionary new line.

This is the first time in Sugoi’s history, that the company is using natural
fiber in one of its lines, having preferred high performance synthetics in the
past.

For 20 years, Sugoi, a Japanese term for “incredible,” has produced the
best-looking, best-performing athletic apparel for runners, cyclists,
Triathletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Sugoi
was among the very first companies to recognize that recreational athletes
want and need high performance clothing just much as do pros. Thus, while
Sugoi has a complete line of sleek and form-fitting race apparel
Triathlon,
Triathlon and
Cross Country Skiing, this
technology is also used to make outstanding apparel that fits and flatters
the recreational athlete.

Sugoi focuses on exceptional fit, details and reliable performance and looks
to develop technical solutions for cardiovascular sports. After conducting a
significant amount of research, Merino was chosen for its position as both a
natural and technical fiber as well as for its soft hand. Athletes also
appreciate the breathability and durability that Merino provides.

To represent Merino’s key properties, the new collection is fittingly named,
Wallaroo, after a breed of kangaroo most adaptive to hot and cold
temperatures. Merino has excellent thermal regulation and moisture movement,
to keep people comfortable in all conditions, even when they’re wet.

“We’ve already had fantastic bookings and the response has truly been
spectacular,” said Stan Mavis, president of Sugoi. “The buyers were
surprised that it was so luxurious and had almost a cashmere hand to it.”

“AWI introduced us to a special enzyme wash that can be used to take out the
coarser fibers and produce a more uniform and consistent product that washes
and wears very well,” said Mavis. “North American society is a washer/dryer
society so it was important that the product be washer/dryer friendly.”

The Wallaroo collection features two different weights of Merino and seven
styles of men’s and women’s apparel. Certain pieces are intended to be used
for base layering while others can be worn independently depending on the
activity. The new collection is consistent with other Sugoi lines, featuring
the same look and feel and performance oriented stitching despite the move
to Merino.

Stuart McCullough, director of North American Operations at AWI, is
enthusiastic about the new line and how it is already changing common
misperceptions about Merino.

“AWI is constantly looking for ways to spread the word that Merino is not the
itchy, scratchy product it used to be,” said McCullough, who spearheaded the
Sugoi partnership with AWI. “Sugoi, with its vast network of retailers
around the world, is a perfect company to facilitate this initiative.
Because of their high-tech nature, Sugoi is a company that is studied by
many of the major North American retailers as a cutting-edge innovator of
product. We are working hard to ensure that we extend the adoption by
retailers of the new merino wool products that show the product as
luxurious, soft and easy-care.”